Boost Your Business Growth Through Brand Building

Virtual Workshop

During this one-hour webinar, we'll explore what makes a strong brand, why it's important for the businesses you work with, and how they can create a style guide and brand kit that build better brand consistency and attract more customers. Registration Link: https://grow.google/live-training/

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Systems, Structures and Strategies: A financial Guide for Entrepreneurs to Master the Core 4

Virtual Workshop

Included in this session: How to Master Active & Passive Income The 4 departments every successful business must have Structuring your business for success tax and legal tips How to create a strategic tax plan Money Mastery – debt, cash flow and retirement Risk management for the small business owner A Free personal financial assessment...

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Introduction to Creating Video Content with Chezy.com

Virtual Workshop

On Wednesday, May 25th, Emma with Chezy.com will be guiding us through a virtual workshop on creating videos to enhance your strategic marketing plan. The virtual workshop agenda is as follows: - Why is video so expensive? - What sets Chezy apart? - How do you leverage video in storytelling? - Where does video fit...

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How to Create a Travel Vlog and Blog Workshop

Virtual Workshop

In this workshop we will be discussing the various stages of vlog and blog creation, from concept, to planning, to capturing and telling the story, to post production, and the digital marketing to get your final product seen! Register in advance for this meeting: Registration Link After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing...

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How to Read a Book in a Day & Remember It – Increase Productivity

Virtual Workshop

Registration link: When: Jul 19, 2022 11:00 AM Central Time Register in advance for this meeting: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMoce2vqj4pHdPjldl2AJrFOr9JWFiS7s49 Do you ever feel like you've got more reading to do than time? You start your day with great intentions but soon enough, the books, reports, emails, and digital content just keeps piling up. You may even find...

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Speed Memory Techniques – Increase Productivity

Virtual Workshop

Registration: When: Jul 26, 2022 11:00 AM Central Time Register in advance for this meeting: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrcuutqDsqH9M-6EDIErlT3bQnRtAsB_SR Optimize your memory with brain-proven "sticky memory strategies" so that you activate the faster speed, focus, retention and comprehension you need to thrive in today's information economy. Remember the saying, "The faster you learn, the more you can earn."...

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Use YouTube to Grow Your Business

Virtual Workshop

Register for this virtual workshop here: Click Here for Registration Get best practices for creating a YouTube Channel and compelling video content that promotes your products and services and drives engagement with your brand. In this workshop we'll discuss best practices for the following: - Understanding different video formats - How to setup a YouTube...

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Sell Online With E-Commerce Tools

Virtual Workshop

To register, please visit https://grownebraska.org/september-7th-google-livestream-sell-online-with-ecommerce-tools/ Join us on Wednesday, September 7th at 12 p.m. for this free virtual webinar on how to Sell Online With E-Commerce Tools. Learn the best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. In this session we'll cover:...

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Ask a Lawyer – Intellectual Property Basics for Businesses

Virtual Workshop

To register, please visit https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvd-2urjIoHdUFxDUtVsgxeSMj_oAKnEfe Join us on Monday, September 12th at 5 p.m. as we discuss the basics of intellectual property. The virtual workshop agenda will be the following. - Discuss the basics of entities - How intellectual property is used - Discuss examples of how businesses have protected and used intellectual property Speaker...

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Holiday Planning in 2022

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuc-CsqDwpE90vhypmRFuHPRc5y3FZGWcR Create a solid plan for the best Holiday Season! In this session we will discuss: -Planning and Prep for the Holiday Season -Setting Holiday Sales Goals -Measuring and Tracking Results Speaker Bio: Ciara launched btqBOX, the first wholesale subscription box built exclusively for boutique owners. Gleaning from more than a decade of boutique...

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Starting a Food Truck

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclcOuhpz8jEtxPIH_DVruyENe-fpGDbfrl Do you want to learn what it takes to start a food truck business? Would you like to find the keys to success and the failures to avoid? Would you like to know the points you need to think about before moving forward? Would you like to learn what next steps would be...

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Everyone Has a Story to Tell

Virtual Workshop

The event will be streamed here: https://youtu.be/a54EUdDULsc Discover how to share your story with a larger audience by learning ways to present the story in-person, in written or in imagery. Explore methods and tips for effective presentation techniques that engage your audience. Learn how to navigate the journey of storytelling in any format. Learn why...

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What is SMS Marketing and how to use it to grow your e-Commerce Sales

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vceitqD0vGNTKT8wqr-G0Wa2kXenqq3gY Are you using SMS Text Marketing to Grow Your Business? Studies show that many contacts are tied to their smartphones and want to get their information through SMS (Text) Marketing. The key to successful SMS marketing is to make sure that the content benefits your contacts. Join our webinar to learn how to...

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Make Your Small Business More Accessible

Virtual Workshop

RSVP Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9124617625850939916 When businesses build digital communications that allow people with disabilities to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with products and services, it expands their market. Implementing accessibility best practices can help businesses grow, and improve the experience for all users. In this session we’ll show you how to: What does accessibility mean, online?...

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Small Business Benefits Package Virtual Workshop

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUod-Csrj4oG9KxHD7NAnXb56e6-Y0MyZUc This workshop will provide you up to-date information regarding employer options for developing and maintaining affordable employee benefits packages as well as compliance guidance on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Presented by: Sheyna Weisenburger with Stroh Associates Stroh and Associates is an independent brokerage firm specializing in employer paid benefits and...

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Digital Skills For Everyday Tasks

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oiBc4E5BQbmOrpC9U8UsSQ Learn how to manage work and life tasks more effectively using Google tools. Whether you want to build a budget, create a meeting agenda or organize your priorities, these best practices will boost your productivity. In this session we’ll show you how to: Use templates in Google Sheets to build a personalized to-do...

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Business Planning

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkf-mtrDoiE9XmlE28xOKLZ4Ea66VNR2e6 Come ready to work on your business in this training. Business planning is a tool to help your business! It’s an opportunity to create a road map and tell the story of the business with a focus on key elements. Highlighted Topics: • Creating a Business Plan • Goal Development • Business Development...

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16 Lead Generation Strategies You’ve Never Heard of that Generate Results

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcuyoqDwvEt2tqgTmAjMdIQl5D_zbouuv Generating high-quality, cost-effective leads continues to be one of the most important–and most challenging–tasks for marketers. There are an infinite number of digital platforms available to achieve this goal and you’ve probably tried them all…with somewhat mixed results. This session will give you a much-needed fresh take on lead generation—from attraction to conversion—with...

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16 Lead Generation Strategies You’ve Never Heard of that Generate Results

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcuyoqDwvEt2tqgTmAjMdIQl5D_zbouuv Generating high-quality, cost-effective leads continues to be one of the most important–and most challenging–tasks for marketers. There are an infinite number of digital platforms available to achieve this goal and you’ve probably tried them all…with somewhat mixed results. This session will give you a much-needed fresh take on lead generation—from attraction to conversion—with...

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Increase Your Holiday Sales with Google Tools

Virtual Workshop

Registration link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/488446372754021392?source=JRC Description: Learn quick ways to promote your products online using Google tools as consumers shop during the holiday season. This workshop is most beneficial to small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to drive holiday sales. In this workshop, we’ll: ● Show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google...

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Credit Management: Understanding Personal Credit & Scores Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdu-tpzwvH9UlJM2sG9hsg3RXjyfK_648 Most people fund their first business with their personal credit not knowing the risk it involves. Join us as we share tips and best practices on how to get yourself back on track to better manage your personal credit and increase your score. You'll learn: • How personal credit works • How to...

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Credit Management: Understanding Personal Credit & Scores Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdu-tpzwvH9UlJM2sG9hsg3RXjyfK_648 Most people fund their first business with their personal credit not knowing the risk it involves. Join us as we share tips and best practices on how to get yourself back on track to better manage your personal credit and increase your score. You'll learn: • How personal credit works • How to...

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Techniques to Establish Business Credit Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcuiorT8iHNatrSwnvOmipAusSDu06w7F Establishing business credit is not as hard as you think. There are simple ways to get started in getting your business to stand on its own when it comes to credit. The fact is that many business loans are denied due to the lack of business credit. Join us and learn how to:...

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Techniques to Establish Business Credit Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcuiorT8iHNatrSwnvOmipAusSDu06w7F Establishing business credit is not as hard as you think. There are simple ways to get started in getting your business to stand on its own when it comes to credit. The fact is that many business loans are denied due to the lack of business credit. Join us and learn how to:...

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Sales – A How To Practical Guide Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0scO2rrj8jGd3z6hXkyFlVKXQ03wzihULA In this sales for the “non-sales professional” webinar, you will learn the fine art of how to sell without selling. Many sales seminars teach hard core selling techniques such as finding the “pain point”, “overcoming objectives” and “always be closing”. However, this program focuses on the softer side of selling, meaning how to...

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Sales – A How To Practical Guide Webinar

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0scO2rrj8jGd3z6hXkyFlVKXQ03wzihULA In this sales for the “non-sales professional” webinar, you will learn the fine art of how to sell without selling. Many sales seminars teach hard core selling techniques such as finding the “pain point”, “overcoming objectives” and “always be closing”. However, this program focuses on the softer side of selling, meaning how to...

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Startup Business Pitch Competition – Win a Cash Award!

Virtual Workshop

Do you have a business idea that you would like to pitch? We are looking for entrepreneurs from a variety of backgrounds to participate in the Startup Business Pitch Contest held virtually. Finalists will compete for cash awards in a Business Pitch Presentation. The deadline for entries will be Friday, December 2nd. Business Pitch submissions...

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Debt Free Challenge

Virtual Workshop

Registration link: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtdOuqqjovHtNTdpuiwSD6r9HDqJLplCMI Learn how to make a plan to get out of debt and finally take the paycheck you deserve. In this Live Coaching session we will discuss the following: - Understanding Your Cash Flow - Creating a System You Can Stick To' - Owning Your Plan Speaker Bio: Ciara launched btqBOX, the first...

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Winning Government Contracts

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElduuoqTgoGNeO6uwmp2CPBAuMhAEL5XXm Winning Government Contracts Participants will gain awareness of programs, incentives, and opportunities available to businesses. In addition, we will highlight Registrations and Certifications Positioning your company Building a Capability Statement Finding Opportunities Reading Solicitations Submitting Proposals Speaker Bio: Cathy Lindquist serves ND PTAC program clients across our great state from a Fargo office...

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Bringing a New Product Idea to Market – Rural Innovation Series

Virtual Workshop

Register in advance for this meeting: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpcOqtpzspEtDvgM5k0n1vE9BOpgP4yYsT Do you have ideas for new products and/or processes? Join us for this exciting free virtual workshop presented on the topics of Idea Generation, Clarification and Prioritization. We will cover the following: The Process: - Concept & sketch - Iterative prototyping/testing - Elements of great design -Finding the...

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SBIR/STTR: Federal Funding for Your Innovative Idea – Rural Innovation Series

Virtual Workshop

Registration link: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdu2opj4tEtDuGp0cQMbEYHEvmoPd7gTZ Find out how the government's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. The two programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital...

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2023 JREC’s Virtual Women’s Business Conference

Virtual Workshop

Registration at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-virtual-womens-business-conference-tickets-488083048537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Seminars for Monday, March 6th Grant Writing Basics: How to Secure Institutional Funding for Your Nonprofit | 10AM CST With Stephanie Cory Grant research and writing can be time consuming, but they do not have to be complicated. This session will teach you how to position your organization for funding success as...

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Intro to Google Analytics

Virtual Workshop

Join Grow with Google Partner, Maria Elena Duron, as she shows you how to make better decisions with Google Analytics. Learn best practices and analyze trends about how customers engage with your business online, then turn these insights into well-informed, actionable decisions. In this session we’ll cover: An introduction to Google Analytics Creating and understanding...

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10 Steps for Better Marketing Emails

Virtual Workshop

Email marketing remains one of the best lead-generation and nurturing strategies, with solid ROI and better access to reporting, than almost anything else. However, a lot has changed in the past few years with deliverability, tracking and access to automation. We’ll cover some of the best practices of inbound marketing and email automation to get...

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Get Your Business on Google

Virtual Workshop

Join Grow with Google Speaker, Maria Elena Duron, as she shows you how to increase your visibility. Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop,...

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Reach Customers Online

Virtual Workshop

Join Grow with Google Partner, Maria Elena Duron, as she shows you how your business can be found online with Google. This workshop explains how Google Search works and how you can improve a website's visibility with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). The session also introduces products like Google Business Profile, Google Trends, Search Console, Google...

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Exporting for Small Businesses

Registration link: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIqcu6vrDwsHtdo5C5qNqWNoEUJTtVwmSkq This virtual workshop will share how to get started exporting your products/services to other markets and leverage the opportunities available to grow your business. It is now easier than ever to start exploring other markets outside of the United States. This webinar will cover: - How to leverage the opportunities in emerging...

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How to Start and Launch a Private Label

Registration link:https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkfuqgqzsqE9RpMZ_95GYVMb5eHH_ijvOg This webinar will cover the necessary steps to take to successfully start and launch your private label brand. Topics will include: - What exactly is private labeling - Is private label the right choice for your business - Difference between private labeling & white labeling - What steps should you take to get...

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Learn the Basics of Google Ads

Virtual Workshop

Join Grow with Google Partner, Maria Elena Duron, as she takes you through the basics of Google Ads. In this workshop you will learn how to reach more customers and grow your business with Google Ads. In this session we’ll talk about: How to create an account and set up an ad campaign How to...

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Why Customer Acquisition Costs and Lifetime Value Are Important Metrics to Watch For Your E-Commerce Business

Virtual Workshop

Registration: https://uj-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIuc-2urjMoEtDDwL9RZyYuUkmPDcis3IX7 For any e-commerce business, customer acquisition costs (CAC) and customer lifetime value (CLV) are two of the most important metrics to track. These figures can help you understand how much it costs to acquire a customer and how much revenue they generate over their lifetime with your business. By understanding these metrics, you...

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Make Your Website Work for You

Virtual Workshop

In this presentation, Grow with Google Trainer, Maria Elena Duron will show learners how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.

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The 4 Pillars to My Business Being Found Online & Then What?

Virtual Workshop

Small business owners struggle with the daily demands of running their business. Thryv offers a simple software to help them manage their time, communicate with clients, and get paid, so they can take control of their business and be more successful. Speaker bio: Tricia Geffre is a Business Advisor at Thryv. Thryv includes everything small...

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Increase Sales with Google Tools

Virtual Workshop

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. Join Grow with Google Trainer, Maria Elena Duron as she shows how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on...

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Establish a Professional Domain, Website and E-mail

Virtual Workshop

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. Join Grow with Google Trainer, Maria Elena Duron as she shows how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on...

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Identifying Small Business Financing Resources in 2023 & 2024

Virtual Workshop

Join this virtual webinar to learn how to identify financing resources to build capacity for your business in 2023 & 2024. Attendees will learn about business financing for their specific needs, whether it's new equipment, cash flow, lines of credit, and more. Virtual Workshop Agenda: 1:00 - 1:30: USDA Rural Development 1:30 - 1:50: SBA...

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Turn Your Passion Into A Business on Etsy

Virtual Workshop

Etsy is a rapidly growing online marketplace for selling handmade goods, vintage items and craft supplies. With more than 80 million active buyers, there’s no better place to launch your own creative small business. In fact, sellers took home over 13 billion in sales in 2021 alone. The average successful seller on Etsy earns between...

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Understanding Financials with Ciara Stokeland

Virtual Workshop

The importance of being engaged in and familiar with your business’ financial statements cannot be stressed enough. Without understanding these statements, it’s impossible for business owners to know if they are making money, if they have the funds to keep up with their business expenses, and to plan for any kind of future growth or...

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Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs

Virtual Workshop

Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup, to unlock creativity and innovative thinking. In this session Grow with Google Trainer, Maria Elena Duron will introduce: The principles of the design thinking process...

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Coach Your Team to Success

Virtual Workshop

Understand the attributes and behaviors that make the best managers. Learn, practice, and build your skills as a coach for your team. Provide meaningful and developmental feedback to your team to maximize their performance and development. In this workshop Grow with Google Trainer, Maria Elena Duron will cover: The skills of great managers How to...

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Business Budgeting with Ciara Stokeland

Virtual Workshop

Take control of your business with a budgeting plan that's simple, reasonable, and effective. Now, more than ever, you need to understand the cash coming in and going out of your business. Learn about the reasons for budgeting, approaches to budgeting, instructional steps to budgeting, and critical strategies for staying within your budget. Speaker Bio:...

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Entrepreneurial Journey Discussion with Ciara Stokeland

Virtual Workshop

Join us for a discussion with Ciara Stokeland to learn more about how she started her businesses in online wholesale distribution and coaching. Ciara has served as a Keynote speaker for the Boutique Workshop Live Events in Minneapolis, Dallas, and Nashville. As well, she has been a Panelist at the International Franchise Association's National Conference....

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Entrepreneurial Journey Discussion with Katherine Pendergast of Kats Socks

Virtual Workshop

Join us for a discussion of starting a business writing books with Katherine Pendergast, owner of Kats Socks (Kats Socks Website). Kat is an award winning and 1# best selling author. Her books include Pickles the Dog, Adopted, Pickles the Dog, A Christmas Tradition, Pickles the Dog, Goes to School and Babies of the badlands....

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Day 1 Ecommerce Excellence: Unlocking Revenue Streams and Reach

Virtual Workshop

"Ecommerce Excellence: Unlocking Revenue Streams and Reach" is a training that provides ecommerce businesses with the strategies and tools to increase revenue and expand their reach. Topics covered include website optimization, effective marketing campaigns, social media engagement, customer service and retention, and data analytics. This training is designed to help ecommerce businesses thrive and succeed...

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Day 2 Thriving at Remote ECommerce: Nail It Before You Scale It

Virtual Workshop

The Thriving at Remote eCommerce training offers practical tips and strategies to create a successful eCommerce business from home. Our expert trainer will cover effective communication, time management, optimizing your workspace, streamlining operations, reducing costs, and increasing productivity.

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Day 3 If You’re not Measuring you’re not Marketing – Metrics That Matter

Virtual Workshop

In this seminar, participants will learn about the key metrics that matter in marketing and how to use them to optimize their campaigns. By measuring the right metrics, businesses can make data-driven decisions to improve their marketing strategies and see better results. This seminar will empower participants to stop wasting time and money on ineffective...

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Entrepreneurial Journey Discussion with Shawn Brennan of Epitaph Innovations

Virtual Workshop

Join us for a discussion of starting an e-commerce business with Shawn Brennan, owner of Epitaph Innovations (Epitaph Innovations Website). Epitaph Innovations uses latitude and longitude data for each gravesite, along with enabled user location settings to offer guests step-by-step directions to the gravesite of their loved one. The Epitaph Innovations platform is built to...

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Strategic Partnerships via Social Media with Luis Quiroz

Virtual Workshop

Wondering how to take your social media to the next level? If you've been curious about getting started with micro-influencers and business partnerships on social media, this webinar is for you. Get practical tips and techniques on getting started with strategic partnerships via social media for your business.

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Content Creation Tips with Luis Quiroz of Trending Socials

Virtual Workshop

Want to create content but don't know where to start? Luis will walk you through the fundamentals of content creation for your business pages that will generate engagement and convert into sales! Topics will include: Understanding Trends, Using TikTok and Reels, User Generated Content, and more.

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Intellectual Property Basics for Businesses

Virtual Workshop

Tom Kading has been involved in the entrepreneurial community in the North Dakota-Minnesota area for nearly ten years. He found that many attorneys struggle to bridge the gap between the needs of business and the advice attorneys provide. With an extensive list of subject matter experience, Tom Kading alongside his team at Fargo Patent &...

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Canva Tutorial with Morgan Palmer @ Muse Design & Photography

Virtual Workshop

Canva tutorial from start to finish with an eye for brand marketing and social media, including: - Booting up Canva and understanding the UI and tools. - Using Canva templates and making them your own with branding. - Using the right graphics, colors, and font for your brand and message. - What to include on...

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Human Resource Benefits for Small Businesses

Virtual Workshop

Join us for virtual workshop to learn about the Human Resources Benefits for small businesses. Stroh and Associates will be sharing insights on employee benefits, how to set up an affordable employee benefits program to include information about childcare tax credits, employee retention tax credits, retirement plans, flexible work, personalized well-being resources, and third-party administrators....

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Make Your Website Work for You

Virtual Workshop

In this presentation, learners will discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives user action and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help.

Free

Increase Your Sales with Google Tools

Virtual Workshop

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We'll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We'll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google. In this session we'll show you how to:...

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How to Write a Business Plan

Virtual Workshop

A business plan is a document that outlines your business’s financial goals and explains how you’ll achieve them. A strong, detailed plan will provide a road map for the business’s success! Nearly 70% of successful business owners recommend writing a business plan before you start a business, and yet, more than 10% of prospective business...

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Cyber Security Training with Lynn Soeth of High Point Networks

Virtual Workshop

Join us as we discuss the following topics with Lynn Soeth, Service Manager of Security Services at High Point Networks. - What makes a password weak? - Common password attacks - Password best practices - Spear phishing vs. traditional email phishing - Identifying phishing emails and what to do

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Overcoming Fears and Manifesting Success

Virtual Workshop

This workshop teaches the brain science behind how positive emotion expands our thinking and how negative emotion limits our thinking. In order to tap into our best ideas and creative solutions we must learn how to overcome fear and tap into more generative, positive feelings. Participants will learn how to shift from fear to possibility...

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U.S. Small Business Administration Presentation on 8(a) Contracting Program

Virtual Workshop

The 8(a) program can be a valuable tool for experienced socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners, who have already been in business for at least two years or more, and are interested in expanding their footprint in the federal marketplace. The 8(a) program offers unique and valuable business assistance. The 8(a) certification does not...

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Starting Your Business on eBay

Virtual Workshop

The Basics of Selling on eBay A great seminar for the “beginner”, small business owner, or the entrepreneur wanting to make eBay a primary business tool. During this fast-paced session, learn best practices to use when setting up an account, listing items for sale, taking payments, and shipping. Topics will include eBay appraisals and research,...

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Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs

Virtual Workshop

Discover how to create a collaborative environment where everyone is responsible for design. You will go through design challenges and sprints that can be incorporated into any workplace or startup, to unlock creativity and innovative thinking. In this session we’ll introduce: -The principles of the design thinking process -Applying the design thinking process to solve...

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Are You an Entrepreneur?

Virtual Workshop

ILT Academy wants to help build an abundance of problem solvers, innovators, and founders in North Dakota. This organization connects you with a greater community of startup support systems and the tools necessary to help your idea transform the world around us. Once you know the system, you can't forget it. This virtual presentation connects...

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Bookkeeping Made Easy

Virtual Workshop

Join our webinar, "Bookkeeping Made Easy," designed for small business owners. Learn practical tips and tools to streamline your financial records and gain control over your business finances. Discover simplified bookkeeping practices that will help you track income, expenses, and cash flow accurately. Reserve your spot now! We'll cover: Maximizing the Benefits of Effective Bookkeeping...

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Introduction to Wholesale for Product-based Businesses

Virtual Workshop

The clients will gain knowledge on the topics of vendor relations, product pricing and production capacity as they are vital prerequisites of every successful wholesale business. This information will help them scale their DTC business and grow revenue via new sales channels. Speaker Bio: Diana Barbiani is a highly accomplished and results-oriented entrepreneur and business...

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SEO Ranking Workshop

Virtual Workshop

Workshop Summary: This digital marketing SEO ranking workshop is designed to teach you the ins and outs of improving your website's search engine ranking. You will learn how to effectively use keywords, optimize your website's content and structure, and generate high-quality backlinks. Luis Quiroz from Trending Socials will guide you through the latest SEO trends...

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Get Found, Got Growth: Get Found on Search and Thrive Online

Virtual Workshop

Get Found, Got Growth is a training program designed to help businesses improve their online presence and increase their visibility on search engines. Led by expert trainer Maria Elena Duron, the program offers practical strategies to optimize your online presence and attract more customers. By attending this program, businesses can learn how to improve their...

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Valuable Visibility: Being an Expert on Your Customer

Virtual Workshop

Valuable Visibility: Being an Expert on Your Customer is a training that focuses on helping businesses differentiate themselves from their competitors by becoming an expert on their customers. By adopting a customer-centric approach, businesses can gain valuable visibility in their industry and become a trusted authority. The training covers topics such as market research, customer...

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2024 Women’s Business Conference: March 11th – 15th

Virtual Workshop

The conference is free but registration is required. To register: 1) Scroll down to the bottom of this page 2) Click on the website listed 3) Navigate to the registration button 4) Click Register Today 5) Once you complete the registration form, check your email for a confirmation email with session links. If you do...

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Increase Sales with Google Tools

Virtual Workshop

Learn how to promote your products online using Google tools. We’ll show how local brick-and-mortar businesses can list products on a Google Business Profile. We’ll also cover Google Merchant Center, a no-cost tool that allows both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses to create free Product Listings on Google. In this session we’ll show you how to:...

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Sources of Small Business Financing Workshop

Virtual Workshop

You may be an entrepreneur still in planning mode in need of working capital to launch. Or maybe you’ve been operational for a decade but are ready to expand your business. Either way, the old maxim applies: “It takes money to make money.” If you’re struggling to get financing – or just starting to look...

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Get Your Business on Google Search and Maps

Virtual Workshop

Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. In...

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Practical Tools to Manage Stress Effectively for Small Business Owners

Virtual Workshop

What is EFT/Tapping: EFT, more so known as Tapping, or Emotional Freedom Techniques, is a self-help tool that combines elements of traditional Chinese medicine, specifically acupuncture (meridian points), with modern psychology, and neuro linguistic programming. The tool is often used to alleviate emotional and physical distress. EFT/Tapping is based on the concept that emotional and...

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Selling on Shopify

Virtual Workshop

The eCommerce Platform Made for You Whether you sell online, on social media, in store, or out of the trunk of your car, Shopify has you covered. Your brand, your way. No design skills needed. Establish your brand online with a custom domain name and online store. With instant access to hundreds of the best...

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Developing a Website with Wix

Virtual Workshop

How to Quickly Create a Wix Website That Shines! or Let the Wix "ADI" Build Your Website for You! Wix is the world’s most popular website design platform. It serves over 200 million people in 190 countries, and has 45,000 new sign-ups every day. My step-by-step guide will empower you to express yourself and build...

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Business Budgeting with Ciara Stockeland

Virtual Workshop

Join Ciara, Profit Strategist, as she breaks down not only how to create a realistic budget but how to learn to "live your budget" to create maximum profit in your business in 2024. Speaker Bio: Ciara launched btqBOX, the first wholesale subscription box built exclusively for boutique owners. Gleaning from more than a decade of...

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Coach Your Team to Success

Virtual Workshop

Understand the attributes and behaviors that make the best managers. Learn, practice, and build your skills as a coach for your team. Provide meaningful and developmental feedback to your team to maximize their performance and development. In this workshop we’ll cover: The skills of great managers How to coach your team Tips for providing positive...

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Finding the Perfect Product – How to Find Merchandise to Sell Online

Virtual Workshop

The most asked question I get as an eCommerce guru is “where do you get the stuff you sell online”. That’s the million dollar question isn’t it? In this fast paced class you will learn my secrets to sourcing merchandise to sell online in many different ways and learn my secrets of Supply & Demand....

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Cybersecurity for Your Small Business

Virtual Workshop

Cybersecurity is an important issue for businesses of all sizes. In this workshop, we’ll introduce the basics of online security and how it applies to your business and customers. You’ll learn ways you can identify common digital threats and steps you can take to protect your business. You’ll walk away with practical tips and tools...

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Boutique Marketing with Ciara Stockeland

Virtual Workshop

Ciara, Profit Strategist and Inventory Genius, will host a workshop on creating a grass roots marketing campaign for your boutique. It is not just about "spending money", it is about understanding your customer and creating a plan to serve them well. Speaker Bio: Ciara launched btqBOX, the first wholesale subscription box built exclusively for boutique...

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Social Media & Branding

Virtual Workshop

In today's interconnected world, where individuals possess unprecedented access to technology and social media platforms, branding has emerged as a vital tool for establishing a unique identity in the digital landscape. Branding encompasses the deliberate effort to shape and promote an organization's image and reputation, aligning it with their values, goals, and aspirations. This workshop...

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